Yep. That's a Turkish Angora. Nope. They're not always white. Surprise!
One of the hardest working fund raisers in CFA's Midwest Region, Beth Cassely, and a couple of her lovely Tonkinese.
Club member and entry clerk, Stan, with his beautiful Russian Blue.
Why is this woman smiling? Because her Havana Brown boy just became a Grand Champion!Here's the usual good stuff:
This article just appeared in The Reporter, with the following text:The Lincoln State Cat Club attracted many a feline lover to its cat show held last weekend at the Community Pavilion, 9401 Oak Park Avenue in Oak Lawn. Vendors sold pet items, pet shelters provided information, cat enthusiasts showcased specific breeds and cat owners entered their felines in judged competitions during the event.Sometimes the reporters don't know a lot about the subject they're writing about (not at all uncommon when they have to cover a cat show). That "golden Aussie"? It's really an Ocicat, and from the looks of him, the color is actually "tawny," not golden.
Elle Harper, 3, of Chicago's Mount Greenwood community, gets close and comfy with Doofus, a friendly 3-year-old hairless Majikmoon Sphynx, top.
Barbara Klesman, of Orland Park, shows off 3-year-old Sophie, one of three Seal Point Siamese cats she brought to the show, above left.
Norm Auspitz examines 5-month-old Yanni, a golden Aussie, before awarding prizes to a field of competing cats, above right.
How can you not fall in love with this gorgeous longhaired Scottish Fold?
Yes -- Maine Coons are immense... and so is their popularity!
Our education ring had tons of speakers, including one by this club member, an attorney, who spoke about the laws regarding pets and their owners in the State of Illinois.
Our vendors have the coolest toys...
... and other goodies for cats and for their human pets, too!
Want to learn more about the different breeds recognized by CFA? Stop and visit our breed booths. These folks are here because they really do want to answer your questions!
The newest and most fun event at the show? Feline agility. It's fun to watch... and it's even more fun to do. (I know. I tried it with my friend's HHP. You wouldn't believe how fast that cat picked it up!) Yes, it's just like agility for dogs... only on a much smaller scale.
Larry Adkison examines a beautiful ruddy Somali kitten.
Loretta Baugh plays with a flashy, flashy calico Exotic.
Norman Auspitz checks out the color, pattern and coat texture of this spectacular silver Egyptian Mau.
Wain Harding judging a lovely ruddy Abyssinian in the Premiership class.
